Social Determinants of Health
Social factors, including income, education, housing, and access to healthy food, play a significant role in overall health. CHCS works with partners at the national, state, and local level to promote effective policy and program strategies that support new ways to identify and address health-related social needs.
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Building a Medicaid Strategy to Address Health-Related Social Needs
Guides state Medicaid agencies in developing a cohesive strategy to address health-related social needs, supported by Medicaid managed care and value-based payment initiatives. A companion environmental scan highlights available evidence on specific approaches, tools, and resources related to addressing social needs.
